Document Type

Article

Department/Program

Education

Publication Date

2007

Journal

Community College Journal of Research and Practice

Volume

31

Issue

4

First Page

271

Last Page

290

Abstract

Rural America is characterized by decreasing populations, increasing poverty, limited economic growth, and limited access to cultural events. The context of the rural environment makes leading colleges in these locations different than in larger, more urban regions. The research reported here investigated the experience of rural community college leaders to determine more about the phenomenon of how they constructed their leadership given their rural context. Findings indicate less anonymity for rural community college leaders, a reliance on relationship building to accomplish goals, and a smaller local peer network to aid in reflecting upon the duties of the president.

DOI

10.1080/10668920701242670

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